Korean Dictionary
How to say "Molecule" in Korean
“Molecule” in Korean is 분자 (pronounced "Bunja").
분자
Bunja
Usage & Context
A group of atoms bonded together. Korean biochemists study molecular structures to develop new medicines and materials.
Example Sentence
분자는 원자로 이루어져 있다.
Molecules are made of atoms.
How to use 분자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Molecule” is 분자, romanized as Bunja.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 분자.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '분' (bun), sounds like 'boon' in 'moon'. The second syllable, '자' (ja), sounds like 'ja' in 'jar'. Combine them for 'boon-ja'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining basic chemistry to a student.
물 분자는 수소 원자 두 개와 산소 원자 하나로 이루어져 있어요.
A water molecule is made of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
Scientists discussing a new material in a lab.
이 물질은 분자 구조가 매우 복잡합니다.
This substance has a very complex molecular structure.
Explaining nanotechnology to a layperson.
나노 기술은 분자 수준에서 물질을 다루는 기술이에요.
Nanotechnology is a technology that deals with materials at the molecular level.
Cultural Context
분자 (bunja) is primarily a scientific and academic term, not commonly used in everyday casual conversation unless the topic specifically involves science or chemistry. It's often encountered in educational settings, science documentaries, or news related to scientific breakthroughs.
Editorial note
We review entries like 분자 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
분자 구조
molecular structure
분자 생물학
molecular biology
분자량
molecular weight
Related Expressions
원자
wonja
atom
화합물
hwahapmul
compound
구조
gujo
structure
결합
gyeorap
bond
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